Balls Deep | Pickleball Podcast

#33 - We EXPOSE Our Favorite Pickleball Creators

In this episode of The Balls Deep Podcast, Ava and Camila are talking all things pickleball content creators. From the funniest personalities to the most entertaining match breakdowns, training tips, behind-the-scenes videos, and creators who are helping grow the sport, we’re sharing our personal favorites in the pickleball world. We discuss what makes great pickleball content, which creators we actually watch, who brings the best energy online, and how social media is changing the way fans connect with players, tournaments, and the wider pickleball community. Whether you’re looking for new pickleball accounts to follow, love pickleball drama, or just want to hear our honest takes on the creators shaping the sport, this episode is for you.

#32 - The RUTHLESS Truth About Getting DROPPED By MLP

In this episode of The Balls Deep Podcast, Ava and Camila sit down for a much-needed life catch up and get into everything from hair extensions and beauty updates to expensive car trouble and the reality of navigating life on and off the court. They also open up about what it’s really like to get dropped by an MLP team, the emotions behind it, and how athletes handle the business side of professional pickleball. From funny stories to honest moments, this episode brings the perfect mix of chaos, real talk, and behind-the-scenes insight. Watch now for a candid conversation about friendship, lifestyle, pickleball, MLP drama, personal updates, and the unexpected things life throws your way.

#31 - Pieri Imparato: On Life As a Pro Pickleball Player

In this episode of the Balls Deep Podcast, we sit down with pro pickleball player Pieri Imparato for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the court. From competing at the highest level to what really happens when the cameras are off, Pieri breaks down the reality of pro pickleball—training, pressure, travel, and everything in between. This is the side of the sport most people don’t see.

#30 - Pickleball Just Changed FOREVER?! 2026 Rules Ignite Line Call Wars & Paddle Throw Drama

In this episode of the Balls Deep Podcast, we break down the new 2026 pickleball rulebook and why it’s already sparking chaos across the sport—line call drama, paddle throws, and some seriously controversial updates that could change how the game is played. We dive into the biggest rule changes and what they actually mean for players—from casual rec games to the pro tour. Are these updates improving pickleball… or making things more chaotic on court? We cover: * The most important 2026 pickleball rule changes * How new rules impact line calls and disputes * Paddle throw rules and sportsmanship enforcement * Real-world scenarios players are already arguing about * Our honest take on whether these changes are good for the game If you’ve seen the recent drama or felt confused about the new rules, this breaks it all down clearly.

#29 - Is Pickleball Becoming the Most UNSPORTSMANLIKE Sport?!

Pickleball has a reputation for being social and laid-back, but lately the vibe feels different. In this episode of Balls Deep Podcast, we break down the recent wave of on-court blowups: paddle throws, heated arguments, and full-on “crash outs” across rec play and the pro scene. Are these isolated moments, or is something shifting in the culture of the sport? We unpack what’s driving the behavior, from rising competitiveness to ego to money entering the game, and where the line sits between intensity and poor sportsmanship. Then we weigh in on what’s fair, what crosses the line, and whether this trend is ultimately good or bad for pickleball’s growth. If you’ve seen the clips or experienced it yourself, this episode gets into what’s really going on behind the scenes.